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Scotiabank Dance Centre

Sep. 29, 2016

The Dance Centre’s Discover Dance! noon hour series is a great opportunity to sample the diversity of BC’s dance scene. Entertaining, informative and suitable for all ages, each show combines performance with artist talkbacks.

Performances take place on Thursdays at 12 noon and last one hour, including the artist talkback, at Scotiabank Dance Centre, 677 Davie St, Vancouver. For full details visit www.thedancecentre.ca.

Shiamak’s Bollywood JazzThursday September 29, 12 noonOriginally springing from India’s booming film industry, Bollywood dance has become its own wildly popular genre, mashing together jazz, folk and modern influences with lavish costumes and inventive props. The Shiamak Dance Team, Vancouver will get your toes tapping with a colourful, high-energy performance bursting with infectious rhythms, vitality and fun.

Kasandra Flamenco EnsembleThursday October 27, 12 noonFlamenco virtuoso Kasandra ‘La China’ leads Solo Flamenco, a showcase of flamenco in its purest traditional form – the cuadro. Comprising a dancer, singer, guitarist and percussionist, the cuadro provides the perfect setting for the spontaneous interactions between dancers and musicians, and the dazzling rhythmic conversations that flamenco is famed for. The combustible onstage chemistry, technical skill and shared musicality of these artists create a feast for the eyes, the ears, and the soul.

the response.Thursday November 24, 12 noonthe response. blends contemporary dance techniques with the physicality and attitude of urban culture. Led by Artistic Director Amber Funk Barton, known as an exceptionally fluent and musical dancer, the company forges an immediate emotional connection with audiences through its energetic dancers, juicy, full-blooded movement and exciting music. This performance will feature a selection of dynamic works, plus a sneak preview of an upcoming premiere.

Grupo AmericaThursday February 9, 12 noonGet ready for a Latin dance extravaganza! Las Americas is an exuberant explosion of colour, which takes us on a journey through the dances of South and Central America and up to the United States. Vibrant Latin dances such as salsa, tango, cha cha and samba will be performed in addition to captivating traditional folkloric routines that are steeped in culture and history, including Mexican Zapateado, Cumbia, Afro-Latin dances, and more.

AeriosaThursday March 30, 12 noonAeriosa’s spectacular aerial dance shows bring together the athleticism of rock climbing and the grace and artistry of dance. Using rope rigging systems, the company creates three-dimensional performances that re-interpret gravity, unlock new movement possibilities, and delight and inspire audiences. Choreographer Julia Taffe presents a program of theatre-based work and provides revealing insights into a unique dance genre.

Goh Ballet Thursday April 27, 12 noonThe elegance and precision of ballet comes to life with an exhilarating performance by the award-winning dancers of the Goh Ballet Youth Company and students from the Goh Ballet Academy. Recognized as one of the world’s finest training institutes, the Academy produces graduates who go on to dance with major companies across North America, Europe and Asia. The dancers will perform a rich selection of ballets ranging from the classical repertoire to modern works by the choreographers of today.